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Let t∈R∖{0}t \in \mathbb{R} \setminus \{0\} be a parameter. Define the determinants: D1(t)=∣t23t5110011∣andD2(t)=∣t23t−3110011∣D_1(t) = \begin{vmatrix} t^2 & 3t & 5 \\ 1 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{vmatrix} \quad \text{and} \quad D_2(t) = \begin{vmatrix} t^2 & 3t & -3 \\ 1 & 1 & 0 \\ 0 & 1 & 1 \end{vmatrix} Consider the rational functions f1(x)=tx2−D1(t)x+1x+1f_1(x) = \frac{t x^2 - D_1(t) x + 1}{x + 1} and f2(x)=x2+D2(t)x+1tx−t2f_2(x) = \frac{x^2 + D_2(t) x + 1}{t x - t^2}. Let L1L_1 and L2L_2 be the oblique asymptotes of f1(x)f_1(x) and f2(x)f_2(x) respectively. Let SS be the set of all integers tt such that L1L_1 and L2L_2 intersect at a unique point P(xt,yt)P(x_t, y_t), and both xtx_t and yty_t are integers. Find the sum of all elements in SS.

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  • A.

    -6

  • B.

    -7

  • C.

    -5

  • D.

    -8

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Concepts Behind This Question

Rational Function Asymptotes|Cramer's Rule Constraints|Singular vs Non-Singular Matrices

Why This Question Is Tricky

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This question tests the boundary conditions of Cramer's Rule when applied to the intersection of oblique asymptotes.

Students typically find the intersection coordinates (xt,yt)(x_t, y_t) as rational functions of tt, simplify by canceling the common factor (t−1)(t-1), and solve for integer coordinates.

This mechanical process yields t=1t=1 as a valid candidate.

The lethal trap is failing to verify the non-singularity of the underlying linear system.

At t=1t=1, the system's determinant Δ=t2−1\Delta = t^2 - 1 is zero, making the matrix singular.

The asymptotes become coincident, meaning the system lacks a unique intersection point.

This penalizes procedural solving without checking domain constraints and determinant conditions.

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SubjectMathematics
ChapterRelations and Functions - Class 11
ConceptRational Function Asymptotes
Difficulty8
Cognitive Load7
Target Solve Time160 sec
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